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flounced

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verb

past tense of flounce

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for flounced
Adjective
  • Framed by geometric breeze blocks that evoke classic midcentury cool, the patio offers a stylish sanctuary for evening relaxation, featuring a fringed hammock and cozy rattan seating.
    Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Known for his fringed mask and cinematic brand of outlaw country, Peck delivered a high-energy set that blended dramatic stage presence with crowd-pleasing singalongs.
    Staff Photographer, Austin American Statesman, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • And the preacher pranced around the stage.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Here, the Multimatic True Active Spool Valve dampers (TASV) pranced and pranged over bumps, dips and cracks.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • In 2026, booking a trip at home or abroad can feel laced with uncertainty.
    Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
  • However, unlike laced sneakers that are always coming undone, these shoes feature an easy-to-use adjustable hook-and-loop strap for better wearability.
    Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The remarks inspired a wave of backlash from creatives in the field, musicians, and fellow Hollywood stars, who have not minced words while criticizing Chalamet's comments — and initially, Doja was happy to jump on the bandwagon.
    Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Spicy poke can be used as a dip, spread, or a filling for sushi because the fish is cut into small dices (and can even be minced if preferred).
    Stella Fong, Outside, 10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Guests will have the opportunity to spend the night inside Hannah’s world, just steps from the ocean, and get a peek into the star’s legendary closet, where racks burst with glittering stage looks, sequined tops, and bold accessories.
    Charlie Vargas, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Participants wore sequined dresses, rhinestone boots, American flag capes and MAGA caps.
    Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Following the release last Friday of ARIRANG, the lads strutted their stuff the next day with a live show at Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square, livestreamed globally on Netflix as BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang.
    Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
  • The first lady, wearing a white pantsuit and matching heels, strutted alongside the humanoid named Figure3 before hosting a roundtable discussion on the second day of the inaugural Fostering the Future Together Global Coalition Summit on March 25.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • At last Sun Ra sashayed onstage.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Dancing With the Stars pro Gleb Savchenko and troupe member Marcquet Hill sashayed their way onto Tuesday's episode of the long-running CBS soap as a couple of hip-thrusting bachelorette party dancers.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The most marvelous of all the vestments is a cope embroidered in a workshop in Genoa in the late 17th century.
    Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
  • Well, a waistcoat Amaranthus embroidered with beetles.
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
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“Flounced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flounced. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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